Deborah Grace catches up with the award-winning children’s author and illustrator ahead of his appearances at Chorlton Book Festival.
A New Lease of Life
August 26, 2019
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Chorlton’s Co-op Funeralcare building isn’t exactly its most attractive destination – but it could be! Linsey Parkinson talks to Chris Peacock of Chorlton Community Land Trust.
Chorlton – what now?
April 30, 2019
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So much change has been proposed for Chorlton – and then everything goes quiet – or does it? Linsey Parkinson has a brew with Cllr John Hacking.
Hello Europe!
March 11, 2019
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A new exhibition opens in Chorlton on the day we’re due to leave the European Union (though who knows what may happen?). Linsey Parkinson meets one of its creators, graphic designer Dave Sedgwick.
Best of Friends
March 11, 2019
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The Creative Recycling Gallery has brought beauty to Chorlton’s Beech Road for 15 years. Linsey Parkinson talked to its owners, Fiona Norton and Glennis Andrews, about its future and how we can all help.
Where the Heart is
March 11, 2019
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The first branch of JP & Brimelow opened its doors in Didsbury Village in 1998 and from then on, the future was purple.
Keeping the Faith
December 21, 2018
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Mel Thorley remembers Chorlton’s part in the story of Northern Soul and shares a timeless party soundtrack – let the good times roll!
The New Normal
October 26, 2018
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Best-known for his work in TV and film, Henry Normal is rediscovering his first love, poetry. Deborah Grace catches up with him.
Chorlton Brass
April 23, 2018
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Andrew Simpson remembers Manchester’s first brass band.
Jackson’s to Simon’s
April 9, 2018
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Cath Dyson presents walks which begin and end on public transport. This time, we’re strolling along the banks of the Mersey, between two bridges. Read More